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Baked hot honey chicken garnished with herbs, served on a plate.

Baked Hot Honey Chicken

A delicious blend of sweet and spicy, this Baked Hot Honey Chicken features juicy chicken thighs or breasts coated in a sticky honey glaze, perfect for a quick dinner or impressing guests.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces chicken thighs or breasts Feel free to use your preferred cut.
  • 1/3 cup honey Adds sweetness to the glaze.
  • 2 tablespoons hot sauce Adjust according to your spice preference.
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce Provides depth of flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder Enhances flavor.
  • to taste Salt and pepper For seasoning.
  • to drizzle Olive oil For additional crispiness.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix together the honey, hot sauce, soy sauce, and garlic powder. Season with salt and pepper.
  3. Coat the chicken pieces with the honey glaze until they’re nicely covered.
  4. Place the coated chicken on a baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil for extra crispiness.
Cooking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and crispy.
Serving
  1. Serve with rice or your favorite veggies.

Notes

Let the chicken marinate for a bit for enhanced flavor. For an extra crispy exterior, turn on the broiler for the last couple of minutes of cooking. Serve with sides like rice or roasted veggies.